CVE-2023-52238

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in RUGGEDCOM RST2228 (All versions < V5.9.0), RUGGEDCOM RST2228P (All versions < V5.9.0). The web server of the affected systems leaks the MACSEC key in clear text to a logged in user. An attacker with the credentials of a low privileged user could retrieve the MACSEC key and access (decrypt) the ethernet frames sent by authorized recipients.

Category

2.3
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 4.0 •
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.10%
Affected: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RST2228
Affected: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RST2228P
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-170375.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-52238?
CVE-2023-52238 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-52238?
To fix CVE-2023-52238, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-52238 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-52238 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-52238?
CVE-2023-52238 affects Siemens RUGGEDCOM RST2228, Siemens RUGGEDCOM RST2228P.
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